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Berry prices in Italian e-commerce rose by 8% in week 37/2025. Raspberries, blueberries and blackberries increased, while red currants dropped.

OSU’s 2024 Blueberry Field Day highlights new blueberry cultivars, harvester contamination risks, and research-backed support for growers.

The new Italian Berry Magazine edition explores berry consumption, market trends and consumer preferences in Italy and Europe.

During 2024, 834 references featured blueberry on their labels, generating a turnover of more than €252 million.

Raspberries packed with antioxidants, ellagic acid and anthocyanins: support heart, metabolism, blood sugar, immunity and reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.

Highlights: varietal innovation in Europe, strong berry growth in Morocco, and Italy’s launch of a premium berries line.

Rising global demand drives the blueberry industry toward innovation, higher standards, and new Asian markets, with key strategies from top-producing countries.

Berry retail stores in Milan stands out for freshness, quality and strong retail demand for blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and redcurrants.

South Africa’s blueberry sector is rebounding, with rising demand, challenges from Peru’s exports, and new growth opportunities in Asian markets.